Ernst Tinaja in Big Bend
Ernst Tinaja in Big Bend, now this spot here was a fun road to travel on just to get to this area. It was highly recommended to have a high clearance vehicle and I will be having a video soon that shows the off roading here in Big Bend National Park.
Part 1 Big Bend Video Link Here; Big Bend National Park, 4 Campgrounds
Once you get to the end of this long, bumpy dirt road, it is about a mile hike to reach this beautiful area named Ernst Tinaja.
This popular feature at the mouth of a limestone canyon is noted for three things: vibrant orange swirling striations in the rocks, fossils of giant oysters, and the Ernst Tinaja itself – a 13-foot natural rock pool. The word tinaja (pronounced “tin-AH-ha”) is Spanish for “large earthen jar” and in Big Bend refers to natural water holes, usually formed by erosion.
You don’t want to hike down here if there is any chance of rain, because it floods very quickly and you would be trapped in here. Luckily in March it was completely dry and you can walk all the way through the canyon.
The rock formations are so unique and beautiful, very picturesque.
Ernst Tinaja in Big Bend
17 Replies to “Ernst Tinaja in Big Bend”
Each rock formation is likes its own work of art. Our Creator is such an incredible artist!
He truly is Beth, amazing what we get to see. Thank you Beth.
These rock formations are just amazing Sandra!
They are so cool looking Linda. It was like walking into a piece of art.
Such a beautiful place – suspect there might be a lot of wildlife around with that pool.
Yes, it attracts a lot of animals, probably more towards evening or morning. We did not see any though..
Great photos ! And fantastic rock formations. (I love rocks !)
Thanks, Sandra. Have a nice evening .😊
They are so cool looking Francine, a wonderful evening to you also 😊
your images always are beautiful.
Thank you very much, I truly appreciate hearing that. 😊
Beautiful
Hello Seraja, thank you. 😊
Hey Sandra 😍the are beautiful
Thank you Sandra. I watched the video and it is like being there. Ancient country. Blessings
You are very welcome RJ, it sure is an amazing place and so many acres where no one lives but the desert animals. Have a wonderful day.
I love these special rock formations and their color.
The colors are so pretty and if ones gets there early enough they are even a brighter orange at sunrise or sunset. 🙂 thank you Rudi